12/23/2025
🚨 Illness Alert as We Head Into Christmas 🎄
We are seeing a very high number of sick children right now, and many are testing positive for more than one illness at the same visit. RSV, adenovirus, flu, pneumonia, and strep are all circulating, and co-infections are extremely common.
With Christmas just 2 days away, we want families to know what to watch for and when to seek care.
RSV
• Runny nose and congestion
• Cough that worsens
• Wheezing or fast or labored breathing
• Retractions or belly breathing
• Poor feeding or fewer wet diapers in infants
Adenovirus
• Fever that may last several days
• Sore throat
• Cough and congestion
• Red or watery eyes
• Diarrhea or vomiting in some children
Pneumonia
• Persistent or worsening cough
• Fever that does not improve
• Rapid or difficult breathing
• Chest pain
• Fatigue or decreased activity
Flu
• Sudden high fever
• Body aches and chills
• Headache
• Extreme tiredness
• Cough and sore throat
Strep Throat
• Sore throat without cough
• Fever
• Headache or stomach pain
• Swollen lymph nodes
• Red or white patches in the throat
Please do not wait to be seen if your child has breathing difficulties, high or persistent fever, dehydration, or worsening symptoms. Early evaluation is especially important for young children and those with chronic conditions.
We know this is a busy and emotional time of year, and we appreciate your help in keeping everyone healthy this holiday season.
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Our office will be closed from December 24th through January 4th. We will return to regular business hours on January 5th.
If you have an urgent concern due to illness or something that truly cannot wait until January 5th, please call our office number (it will route to staff cell phone) and we will help determine the best next step.
We appreciate your understanding as our staff spends this time with their families. Thank you for your patience, and we wish you a safe and healthy holiday season.
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